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Glendora and Upland share the same old highway, so Route 66 Auto Repair is an easy trip east. Our only shop is at 1775 W Foothill Blvd in Upland. Canyon roads and foothill streets are tough on brakes and tires, and our ASE-certified technicians measure that wear before recommending anything. You approve a written estimate first, and we accept tow-ins from Glendora when a car should not be driven.
Should you take Route 66 or the 210 from Glendora?
In Glendora, the old highway is a street actually named Route 66. Follow it east and it becomes Foothill Blvd as it enters San Dimas. Stay on it through La Verne and Claremont, and you arrive at Central Ave in Upland. We are one block east of In-N-Out Burger. It is the historic way to come, and it avoids freeway merges.
When time matters more, get on the 210 heading east, ride past the 57, and exit at Mountain Ave in Upland. Go south to Foothill Blvd, turn right, and head west to Central. Our directions page has the details.
Why do Glendora cars wear out brakes and tires?
Glendora backs right up to the San Gabriel Mountains. Glendora Mountain Road and the neighborhoods above the Village are steep and twisty, and every descent turns speed into brake heat. Drivers who ride the pedal all the way down can overheat rotors and boil old brake fluid, which shows up as a pulsing pedal or a soft feel.
Tight curves also scrub tire shoulders. Add 210 commutes toward Pasadena, summer heat, and students driving short trips to Citrus College, and you get cars that see both hard use and light use. Both kinds of driving leave marks we can measure.
Which three jobs come in most from Glendora?
- Brake rotors and fluid. We measure rotor thickness and check fluid condition, then show you the numbers. Our brake services page explains pad, rotor and fluid work.
- Tire wear from canyon curves. Worn shoulders and uneven tread tell a story. We sell, mount and balance tires, inspect suspension, and arrange the wheel alignment with a partner shop before road-testing the result. See tire services.
- Check engine light testing. A light that comes on after a mountain drive may be a loose gas cap or a misfire. We scan the OBD-II system (the car's onboard computer) and then test the fault. Visit diagnostics and inspections.
What if the car overheats or loses brakes on a Glendora grade?
If the brake pedal starts to feel soft on a long descent, shift to a lower gear and ease off the pedal to let it cool. Pull over at a safe turnout. If the temperature gauge rises on a climb, turn off the AC, turn on the heater to shed heat, and stop somewhere safe if it keeps going up.
Once the car is stopped, call (909) 608-7699. We accept tow-ins, and after a brake or overheating scare a tow is the right move. For a car that will not start at the trailhead or at home, tell us what the dash and the starter do so we can help you decide what comes next.
Our process for Glendora drivers
Step 1: Set the time
Call before you leave so the counter can check the board. If the time slips, we text you.
Step 2: Explain the drive
Tell us about canyon trips, towing or the commute. Those details point the test in the right direction.
Step 3: Know the fee
The diagnostic fee is stated before testing and applies to approved related repair.
Step 4: Measure and show
The technician measures pads, rotors and tread, and photographs parts when the part is the point.
Step 5: Approve in writing
Your estimate lists need-now and need-later items. If two technicians are needed, we explain before the clock starts.
Step 6: Road-test the fix
We repair to spec, quality-check the work and test-drive the car.
What's included for Glendora customers
Included on the work order
- 01Diagnostic fee stated at the counter
- 02Measured pad, rotor and tread readings on the repair order
- 03Written estimate before any extra work
- 04Photos of failed parts when they matter
- 05Quality check and road test
- 06Declined items noted on the repair order
What needs fixing now, and what can wait?
Need now: call
- A soft or sinking brake pedal
- A flashing check engine light
- Tire cords showing or a bulge in the sidewall
Need later: book
- Brake fluid that is due by time but still performs
- Mild shoulder wear with plenty of tread left
- A steady check engine light with no drivability change
How do cost and scheduling work?
What changes the price: the parts your car needs, the book time for the job and what testing uncovers. Phone quotes are ranges until the car is inspected. Before you buy parts, it is also worth checking the NHTSA recall lookup (opens in a new tab), since some fixes are covered by the maker. AAA members get 10% off parts and labor, up to $75. Hours are Monday to Friday 8 AM to 5 PM and Saturday 8 AM to 2 PM.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Route 66 Auto Repair from Glendora?
Not far. Follow the street named Route 66 east all the way to Central Ave in Upland, or take the 210 east to Mountain Ave. Traffic sets the drive time, so check before you leave.
Is it worth driving from Glendora to an Upland shop?
If you want measured readings, a stated fee and a written estimate before work, many Glendora drivers find it worth the trip. You also see which items are urgent and which can be scheduled.
Can you take a tow-in from Glendora?
Yes. After a brake scare or an overheating event on a grade, a tow is the safe choice. Call (909) 608-7699 so we expect the car, and use the after-hours key drop if it arrives after we close.
Can I drop my car off after hours if I work in Glendora?
Yes. Park in our lot, leave the key in the after-hours key drop, and call when we open. We contact you with findings and a written estimate before any repair begins.
Is there a mechanic near Glendora open on Saturday?
Our Upland shop is open Saturday from 8 AM to 2 PM and Monday to Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM, and closed Sunday. Call before driving over on Saturday so we can check the board.
Visit the shop
Route 66 Auto Repair
1775 W Foothill Blvd, Upland, CA 91786 (opens Google Maps)Foothill Blvd and Central Ave, one block east of In-N-Out Burger. Between the I-10 and the 210 on Historic Route 66.
(909) 608-7699info@route66autorepairshop.com| Monday | 8 AM–5 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8 AM–5 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–5 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–5 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–5 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |